Would you guy's mind taking a few minute to give me a some pointers on filling voids with CA glue.
My questions are;
1- What Brand
2- When should it be applied
3- What makes a good applicator
4- Will it penetrate softer woods leaving a "stain"
5- Safe for use on stabilized woods
6- Can it be finished, buffed, polished.. etc

I am sure there are more questions I should ask so any further input is greatly appreciated.
Mike

kalaeb

09-18-2011, 02:10 PM

I have been using Gorilla glue 5 min clear epoxy. it does not shrink and polishes well.I usually mix it with some saw dust for color and unless there are large gaps, it is hard to detect.

PierreRodrigue

09-21-2011, 09:20 AM

Ca glues are quite simple. Application right out of the tube, apply after final shapeing, before finish sanding. As for brand, any model/hobby shop will carry a good glue. Zap A Gap is great, as is Hot Stuff. if you need it to penetrate to fill thin deep cracks, use a thin viscosity glue, for pits and holes, use a thicker glue. It won't stain, but will leave a shiny spot after buffing, if there is no other finish applied. It is safe for stabilized woods. polishes up like a mirror. Some use it for a total surface treatment, several thin coats then sanded in between applications, and buff.

mhenry

09-21-2011, 10:06 PM

Ca glues are quite simple. Application right out of the tube, apply after final shapeing, before finish sanding. As for brand, any model/hobby shop will carry a good glue. Zap A Gap is great, as is Hot Stuff. if you need it to penetrate to fill thin deep cracks, use a thin viscosity glue, for pits and holes, use a thicker glue. It won't stain, but will leave a shiny spot after buffing, if there is no other finish applied. It is safe for stabilized woods. polishes up like a mirror. Some use it for a total surface treatment, several thin coats then sanded in between applications, and buff.